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Panasonic HC-X20

Semi-professional 4K UHD camcorder - 15 megapixels type 1.0" - Wide-angle 24.5 mm - 20x optical zoom - Hybrid O.I.S. stabiliser - Electronic viewfinder - Wi-Fi/micro HDMI/USB-C/double microSD port

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Overview

A compact, mobile and versatile camcorder for 4K emotions

Film like a professional with the Panasonic HC-X20 camcorder ! With its compact, mobile and versatile format, this 4K model is ideal for 4K 60p/50p 10-bit recording with a 24.5 mm wide angle and a 20x optical zoom . Thanks to its 1.0" sensor sensor, the X20 adapts to all shooting conditions, whether indoors or outdoors. Its optical performance captures moving subjects with precision, thanks to its directly integrated lens and 5-axis hybrid stabilisation.

Wide-angle lens

The semi-professional camcorder Panasonic HC-X1500 semi-professional camcorder features a 1.0" type CMOS sensor with 15.03 megapixels and can film up to 4K Ultra HD 60p/50p . The lens covers a focal range from 24.5mm wide-angle (equivalent to a 35mm camera) to 490mm telephoto, thanks to its 20x optical zoom. The i.Zoom digital zoom can also take over, enabling 24x zoom in 4K, and up to 32x in Full HD.

This camcorder supports a high bit rate of 200 Mbps for 59.94p/50p video recording in HEVC codec (LongGOP/10 bit 4:2:0/MOV). Its Super Slow Motion function enables 10-bit recording at 120/100 fps. en. FHD and from 2 to 60 fps in 4K (UHD), for highly creative accelerated or slow-motion videos.

High-precision autofocus and 5-axis stabilizer

The HC-X2 0 camcorder features particularly effective face detection. This means you can focus on your main subject, even when the subject is in profile. Distance and exposure are accurately tracked using data recorded by the sensor and advanced colour recognition.

In addition to image stabilisation optical image stabilisation electronic image stabilisation detects camera shake and corrects it. The optical stabilisation system has been further improved by incorporating a ball-bearing system, which reduces friction and improves correction of small-amplitude blur, such as hand shake.

Live broadcasting in Full HD

The RTSP/RTP/RTMP/RTMPS-compatible HD streaming enables live streaming of concerts, sporting events and breaking news to Facebook, YouTube, etc.

Get all the colour recorded colour information thanks to the 10-bit 4:2:2 colour profile . The HC-X20 supports 10-bit Full-HD at 59.94p/50p (100 Mbit/s) and 4K recording at 29.97p/25p (200 Mbit/s) on SD card. Thanks to the HDMI output output, you can record 4K/10-bit files, even at 59.94p/50p.

A built-in Wi-Fi module module allows you to connect to the internet directly HC-X20 camcorder . Using a tablet with the HC ROP application, you can link a wireless remote control to adjust the camera and control the lens.

High-precision autofocus and 5-axis stabilizer

The X20 camcorder camcorder is equipped with 3 manual rings for focusing, zooming and aperture control. Use of the manual rings is enhanced by the use of different-sized rings on the front and rear, so that they can be distinguished by fingertip.

The neutral density filters integrated into the lens to suppress incident light. You can select the filter to be used (1/4, 1/16, 1/64 or deactivate them).

48V phantom power/MIC/LINE XLR audio input with manual volume control for each of the 2 channels. Also supports 24-bit high-resolution linear PCM audio recording with professional microphone.

This X20 camcorder camcorder features a high-brightness 3.5" LCD screen with 2760000 pixels . It also has a dual slot for SD card slot card slot and user buttons buttons. These can be assigned 45 can be assigned to them.

Key features:

  • Professional camcorder
  • Videos 4K 60p/50p 10 bit
  • 24.5 mm wide angle
  • 20x optical zoom
  • 1.0" MOS sensor
  • 5-axis Hybrid OIS ball-bearing optical stabiliser (Full HD or lower)
  • Autofocus with high-performance face detection
  • Live streaming in Full HD and HD
  • 3.5" LCD touch screen (2,760,000 dots)
  • Large 1.0 cm EVF OLED viewfinder (2,360,000 dots)
  • 3 manual rings
  • Connections HDMI, microphone input, headphone output, USB-C
  • Supports SDHC/SDXC memory cards: 2 slots available
  • User buttons, 45 assignable functions
  • Integrated Wi-Fi
  • High-capacity 5900 mAh battery
Specifications
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General information

Product name

Panasonic HC-X20

Brand

Panasonic

Model

HC-X20

Sensor

High Definition

Yes

Sensor type

CMOS

Resolution

15 Megapixels

Video resolution(s)

Ultra HD
720p
4K
1080p
1080i

4K UHD resolution(s)

Yes

3D compatible

No

Lens

Optical zoom

24 x

Digital zoom

10 x

Min focal length

8.8 mm

Max focal length

176 mm

Minimum focal length 35 mm equivalent

24.5 mm

Maximum focal length 35 mm equivalent

490 mm

Image stabilizer

Yes

Lens brand

Panasonic

Display

Screen size

3.5 inches

Screen resolution

2760000 Megapixels

Viewfinder type

Color

Viewfinder resolution

1770000 Megapixels

Memory

Recording media

Memory card

Media type

SDXC (Secure Digital eXtended Capacity)
SDHC (Secure Digital High Capacity)

Expansion/Memory type

SDXC
SDHC

Connectivity

Video outputs

HDMI Female

HDMI output

Yes

Interface

Compatibility

PC
MAC

Equipment

Integrated projector

No

Lens hood

Yes

Video cable

No

Wrist strap

No

Case

Optional

Microphone input

Yes

Flash / Torch

No

Power supply

Battery type

Lithium-ion battery

Battery charger supplied

Yes

AC adapter

Yes

Physical characteristics

Type

professional

Waterproof

No

Colour

Black

Height

195 mm

Length

171 mm

Depth

343 mm

Weight

2 kg

Warranties

Commercial warranty

Legal warranty

Safety Information

Responsible person

Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH

Postal address

Panasonic Testing Centre , Winsbergring 15 22525 Hamburg Germany

Electronic Address

ask.panasonic.safety@eu.panasonic.com

Product referenced on 24 Feb 2025

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